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    core 2 duo and xp pro x64?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by devlin24, Oct 5, 2006.

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    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Yes, XP64 should work with the Core 2 Duo, although XP64 might not be a good idea since many manufacturers dont have 64bit drivers. So even if you have a system which supports 64bit, getting all the components to work will be difficult. I would suggest looking for availability of 64bit drivers for most of the laptop components before buyin the OS.
     
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    Cool thanks.
     
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    Depends on the components. "Standard stuff" like drivers for motherboard, gpu and wifi are all available for X64, but "exotic" stuff like printers, digicams, webcams and possibly special notebook-related stuff, might not be available.
     
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    Paul Mom! Hot Pockets! NBR Reviewer

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    I would not suggest getting XPx64. Unless you have 4GB or more of RAM, it just won't be worth it. There is a lot of trouble getting x64 to work correctly, and even if you get all your hardware to work (good luck) you'll still run into incompatible software all the time. I DO NOT suggest it. Just stick with regular XP for now. When Vista comes out, then think about going x64 on Vista.
     
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    I didn't have any problems getting my hardware working, and had no particular problems with software compatibility either. Only tricky part was antivirus, because most of that is still 32-bit only. And for a while, Daemon-Tools was a problem, but they've had a 64-bit version out for ages now.

    So I'd say it's basically a tie. There's not much reason to switch to X64 (performance is about the same, though a few games add content/features/eye candy in 64-bit mode), and not much reason to stay away (most "normal" hardware and software works fine)

    In other words, don't bother unless you want to experiment. :)
     
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    I am running Vista RC1 on my desktop on was just not sure if I wanted or if it would be and easy fit on my Z96J or if I should just buy the xp64 and put that on. Was like hey, for $50 why not try it out. But I think I will just throw on Vista for now and see how it goes.

    Thanks for all the comments.
     
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